Substation Project Manager

About Us

A fully owned subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR), Probst Electric Inc. is one of North America's premier utility construction companies. Probst Electric has offices in Heber City, Provo, and Salt Lake City, Utah; Caldwell and Rupert, Idaho. Probst Electric has successfully completed projects all over the United States and Canada.

Probst Electric specializes in high-voltage transmission line construction, design-build, and maintenance services for public and private sector utilities. Our construction specialties include transmission, distribution, drilling, underground, and renewables.

Probst Electric offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401k. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and participate in E-Verify. 

About this Role

Probst Electric is seeking an experienced Substation Project Manager who will lead the planning, direction, and coordination of high-voltage electric transmission and distribution of construction and maintenance projects. As the front-line supervisor, you will oversee the conceptual development of each project and ensure its successful organization, scheduling, budgeting, staffing, subcontractor management, safety, quality, and implementation.

Travel is required.

What You'll Do

Project Planning and Management

• Lead pre-construction efforts, including bid preparation, contract and exhibit review, and execution planning.
• Develop and manage budget projections for labor, material, equipment, and subcontractors, keeping costs within the forecasted range and implementing cost-saving measures where possible.
• Develop and oversee the project Schedule of Values (SOV), update it based on production, prepare billing packages, and submit them to the customer.
• Own daily, weekly, and monthly projections and progress reporting for all construction activities.
• Provide cost forecasting and monthly cost-to-complete and ensure reporting accuracy.
• Develop, submit, track, and maintain all project submittals and requests for information.
• Review cost reports and evaluate methods to reduce costs while maintaining productivity.
• Manage invoicing and payment applications for completed scope.

Contract Administration

• Prepare, review, and negotiate revisions, changes, and additions to agreements with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Work with Legal to protect the company's interests while maintaining good relationships.
• Ensure all contracts comply with company policies and legal requirements.
• Prepare and manage subcontracts, vendors, and associated documentation.

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain complete electronic and printed project files in accordance with document control practices.
• Generate and review daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports.
• Present project updates to executive leadership and stakeholders.

Stakeholder Communication and Issue Resolution

• Build and maintain relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Lead meetings with supervisory personnel, subcontractors, and engineers to resolve work procedures, complaints, and construction problems.
• Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to administrative staff, workers, and clients.

Material and Quality Management

• Develop and oversee project material trackers based on the customer Bill of Materials (BOM), drawings, and scope, tracking inventory, production, shortages, and damages.
• Work with the superintendent to keep construction on schedule and within budget.
• Execute corrective actions for delays, adverse weather, or emergencies.
• Monitor the quality of weekly labor, equipment hours, material, and subcontractor reporting.
• Ensure productivity, efficient use of materials and equipment, and contractual performance.

Team Leadership and Development

• Mentor and guide project managers and assistant project managers, providing training and development opportunities.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance team environment.
• Lead daily, weekly, and monthly meetings, including agendas and minutes.
• Coordinate staffing adjustments to align with upcoming projects and recently completed work.

What You'll Bring

• Experience: Project management experience in high-voltage substation, transmission, and distribution construction or a related field.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, business, or a related field. An advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., PMP) is preferred.
• Technical proficiency: Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite, with particularly strong Excel skills. Project management software experience is preferred.
• Communication: Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Multi-tasking: Ability to handle multiple tasks at once and prioritize effectively.
• Adaptability: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and change direction as needed.
• Compliance: Must pass mandatory drug and alcohol screenings.

What You'll Get

At Probst Electric Inc., a proud subsidiary of Quanta Services (NYSE: PWR), you’ll join a team that takes pride in delivering high‑voltage transmission construction, design‑build solutions, and maintenance services for public and private utilities. With offices across Utah and Idaho and projects spanning the nation, we bring expertise in transmission, distribution, drilling, underground work, and renewable energy—along with a commitment to quality, safety, and teamwork in everything we do.

We Offer

• Earn top‑tier wages with additional per diem and travel pay when eligible.
• Enjoy exceptional benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) with a strong company match.
• Be part of an industry‑leading safety culture, strengthened by Quanta Services’ unwavering commitment to safety and its world‑class national training network.
• Access unlimited career growth opportunities and advance your future within the expansive Quanta family of companies.

Please Note: We are not engaging with external recruiters or agencies for this role. Kindly refrain from outreach regarding candidates.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.